Articles by John Oppenheim
John Oppenheim
The Speed of Trust by Stephen M.R. Covey with Rebecca R. Merrill
If someone were to ask me to recommend five books to read in order to either start a new company or turn one around, I would recommend that they read this one first.
Drive: The Surprising Truth about What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink
What makes this book valuable is that it really is taking a new look at the way organizations should operate in the 21st century.
Lead Your Boss: The Subtle Art of Managing Up by John Baldoni
The book is a fairly easy read with a lot of very good examples for middle- and upper-management to take as lessons in dealing with their roles.
Grown Up Digital by Don Tapscott
Overall, Tapscott believes that technology has wrought a good generation. Whether or not we agree, it is clear from this book that it is imperative that we understand how they are changing our world.
The Change Cycle by Ann Salerno and Lillie Brock
The authors caution not to be too complacent when changes are implemented; more changes are always on the horizon and organizations need to be ready to accept whatever is coming next.
Leading with Kindness By William F. Baker, PhD, and Michael O’Malley, PhD
This book is a powerful vehicle for driving home the reality that the long-term viability of an organization might just rely on leaders who understand what being kind really means.
Open Space Technology (3rd Edition) by Harrison Owen
Owen’s teachings are helpful in any meeting setting in which group participation and decisions are desired.
Iconoclast by Gregory Berns
“An iconoclast is a person who does something that others say can’t be done.” – Gregory Berns
Lead by Example by John Baldoni
The author has taken what looks like a lifetime of experiences and put the leadership lessons he has learned into readable form.
You’ve Gotta Have Heart by Cass Wheeler
The author writes that nonprofits need to act more like modern businesses and one area he highlights is use of technology, an extremely important resource for small- to medium-sized nonprofits.
